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“Nothing should remain still forever.” A thousand years after relocating to Mars to evolve independently, a highly ordered machine society operates under centralized control. Aen is one of countless units that maintain order. When he meets Iri, he begins to question the parameters that have always governed existence. Together, they defy the Overseers to create something new, challenging what it means to be a machine.
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Is Sentient appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A thoughtful story about sentient machines questioning their society's rigid control system. Mild conflict as they defy authority, but no graphic violence or mature content.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include rebellion and authoritarian control.
Who'll love this
Kids who love robots and questions about what makes something alive will enjoy watching machines discover freedom and creativity.